How to Make Shrimp Avocado Pasta Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a fresh and delicious dish that's perfect for your next summer gathering or weeknight dinner? Look no further than this Shrimp Avocado Pasta Salad recipe! This dish is a delightful combination of succulent shrimp, creamy avocado, and tender pasta, all mixed together with a zesty dressing that will leave your taste buds tingling.

One of the best things about this recipe is how easy it is to make. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can have a stunn...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package uncooked penne pasta
  • ¼ pound bacon
  • 1 pound cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 avocados - peeled, pitted and diced
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup lemon juice
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 4 cups shredded lettuce

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place pasta in the pot, cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain. Rinse under cold running water to cool.
  • Place bacon in a skillet over medium high heat, and cook until evenly brown. Drain and crumble.
  • In a large bowl, gently toss together the pasta, bacon, shrimp, avocados, Cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, lemon juice, tomatoes, and red pepper. Serve over lettuce.
  • Nutrition

    657 cal.

    • Total Fat: 39g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 144mg
    • Sodium: 505mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 50g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 28g
    • Vitamin C: 11mg
    • Calcium: 171mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 520mg